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Herb Kopf celebrates his second goal with his teammates during Clemson's game against Florida State on Sept. 22.

Kopf and Heinold lead Clemson club ice hockey to a dominant sweep over Florida State

Kelly Kaelblein, Senior Reporter September 29, 2023

The Clemson club ice hockey team secured its first two wins of the season in a dominant sweep over Florida State last weekend, 13-4 and 4-1. Propelled by the efforts of forwards Herb Kopf and Cade Heinold,...

The Tigers warm up for their game against Georgia on Sept. 8.

Clemson ice hockey team is ‘more serious than ever’ ahead of FSU matchup

Kelly Kaelblein, Senior Reporter September 21, 2023

The Clemson club ice hockey team will play its second and third games of the season this weekend on Friday, Sept. 22, and Sunday, Sept. 24, at home against the Florida State Seminoles. After its season-opening...

The Clemson club swim team lines up against South Carolina in February. The swim team hosts home meets in the McHugh Natatorium of Fike Recreation Center.

Behind the ball: Meet the president of Clemson’s club swim team

Sarah Pepe, Senior Reporter September 21, 2023

Sarah Pepe, senior reporter for The Tiger, sat down with Ben Simpkins, president of the Clemson club swim team, to gain insight into the team. Sarah Pepe (SP): Can you tell me about the team dynamic? Ben...

Forward Sully Kopf dives after a shot on goal during Clemson's game against South Carolina on Jan. 28, 2023.

Clemson ice hockey team remains hopeful despite loss to Georgia

Kelly Kaelblein, Senior Reporter September 11, 2023

The Clemson club ice hockey team fell short in its season debut against Georgia on Friday, Sept. 9, by a score of 3-1. The Tigers’ only goal came within the game's final two minutes when forward Sully...

Clemson ice hockey goalie JP Kerney stands with his team during the Tigers' match against Georgia Tech on Oct. 7, 2022. 

Opinion: 5 reasons you should care about Clemson’s club hockey team

Kelly Kaelblein, Senior Reporter August 23, 2023

Clemson offers opportunities for athletes of all levels, but lower-level teams are often overshadowed by varsity competition. Here are five reasons why you should care about one of Clemson’s niche teams:...

Nick Chesare skates up the ice during Clemson's game against South Carolina on Jan. 28, 2023.

Off the ice with Nick Chesare

Kelly Kaelblein, Senior Reporter May 26, 2023

Following the Clemson club ice hockey team’s historic season, The Tiger reached out to leading scorer Nick Chesare to talk about his experience as a Tiger and his journey to Clemson. Kelly Kaelblein...

John McKeon clears the puck out of the defensive zone during Clemson's game against South Carolina on Jan. 28, 2023.

Off the ice with John McKeon

Kelly Kaelblein, Senior Reporter May 25, 2023

Following the impressive season of the Clemson club ice hockey team, The Tiger sat down with senior John McKeon to discuss his journey to Clemson and its club hockey program.Kelly Kaelblein (KK): Where...

Senior Liam Clark (23) celebrates Clemson's win over Middle Tennessee on Jan. 13, 2023.

Off the ice with Liam Clark

Kelly Kaelblein, Senior Reporter May 1, 2023

Following Clemson club ice hockey’s standout season, many are wondering who the men behind the face masks are. The Tiger sat down with forward Liam Clark to discuss his love for the sport and journey...

Clemson centerman Graydon Schweizer skates the puck away from his opponent during Clemson's game against South Carolina on Jan. 28. 

Highlights of Clemson ice hockey’s breakthrough season

Kelly Kaelblein, Senior Reporter April 27, 2023

The Clemson club ice hockey team finished its season with an 11-13-0 record, as the Tigers went 9-12-0 in the regular season and 2-1-0 in the AAU National Tournament. Comparatively, Clemson finished the...

Captain Jack Owen-Turner skates the puck into the offensive zone during Clemson's game against South Carolina on Jan. 28.

Off the ice: Getting to know Clemson club ice hockey’s leader

Kelly Kaelblein, Senior Reporter April 27, 2023

Following Clemson club ice hockey’s standout season, The Tiger sat down with Jack Owen-Turner, team captain, to discuss his love for the sport and his road to Clemson.Kelly Kaelblein (KK): Where...

Club Gymnastics Team

You can help: Club gymnastics president speaks on improving visibility

Sarah Pepe, Senior Reporter April 22, 2023

Clemson University boasts a thriving athletic culture with renowned varsity programs that have brought the school national recognition. However, beyond Division I, the University's club sports teams have...

Patrick O'Brien (20) rifles a shot toward Josh Bailey (30) during warmups before Clemson's game against Middle Tennessee on Jan. 13, 2023.

College hockey is growing in the South

Kelly Kaelblein, Senior Reporter April 13, 2023

Let’s face it: college hockey is growing in the South, and Clemson is prepared to answer the surge in popularity.  The Clemson club ice hockey team competed in the College Hockey South Division...

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